Division of Senior Services (Department of Health and Senior Services)

660-248-3324                 fax 660-248-1023

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services                              

101 Furr Street

Fayette, MO 65248

Contact: Helen Whitsitt

Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM – Monday thru Friday

Services: Prompt response and assistance to older and/or adults with disabilities who encounter abuse, neglect, exploitation. In-home service programs, which provide support for older and/or adults with disabilities who live in their own homes. Information and referral.

Fee: No charge for services provided by Division of Senior Services. Medicaid now pays for the in-home services offered.

Intake Procedure: Contact the number above and ask for person listed above. Referrals accepted from the person needing help, friends, relatives, physicians, hospitals, law enforcement, home health, ministers, etc. Hotline 800-392-0210 to report conditions of abuse, neglect or exploitation regarding older and/or adults with disabilities.

Geographic Area Served: Howard County

Eligibility: Persons age 60 or older or persons with disabilities ages 18-59.